Housekeeping Supervisor

Highgate Hotels L.P.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Highgate Hotels L.P. is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor in Irving, TX to coordinate daily housekeeping operations and assume management duties in the absence of the Housekeeping Manager.

This role requires leadership, attention to detail, and a strong guest-service mindset. The successful candidate will oversee room attendants, maintain organization of carts and supply areas, and ensure completion of daily assignments while upholding brand standards and safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Room Attendant performance within assigned section daily to ensure standards and productivity.
• In manager's absence, inspect VIP rooms and report availability to Front Office.
• Oversee the closing of floors at end of day and restock carts.
• Ensure records of daily assignments are completed and signed off.
• Maintain key control and Lost & Found items.
• Monitor cleanliness and orderliness of carts, closets, stairways and landings.
• Oversee daily assignment of duties and ensure staff have work orders.
• Carry an active pager to communicate with Front Office/Engineering during shift.
• Report progress of out-of-order rooms to Guest Services Manager.

Skills

Communication

Supervisory experience

Guest service

Stand for long shifts

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.www.highgate.com

Location

Hyatt House Las Colinas 5901 N MacArthur Blvd. Irving, TX 75039

Overview

The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for administering and coordinating housekeeping functions in assigned sections, as well as assuming all Housekeeping Manager functions in his/her absence.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Room Attendant’s work performance within assigned section on a daily basis to ensure the standards and productivity levels are being met and maintained.
• In the absence of the Housekeeping Manager or Assistant Housekeeping Manager, inspect all V.I.P. rooms and report their availability to the Front Office, according to hotel standards.
• Oversee the closing of the floors at the end of the day, ensuring the Room Attendants’ carts are clean and restocked.
• Ensure records of daily assignments are completed, signed off and turned into the Housekeeping Office on time.
• Maintain key control.
• Handle items for "Lost and Found" according to the standards.
• Monitor cleanliness and orderliness of Room Attendants’ carts, linen closets, control closets, stairways and landings.
• Oversee the daily assignment of duties, ensuring Room Attendants and House Attendants carry a work assignment.
• Carry an active pager/radio to maintain contact with the Front Office and/or Engineering throughout the shift.
• Report on progress of all out-of-order rooms under the Housekeeping Department's supervision to the Guest Services Manager, according to standards.
• Initiate work orders for repairs and maintenance and forward to Engineering. Follow through on each work order until completed.
• Assist with training of Housekeeping staff.
• May be required to clean rooms as business needs dictate.
• Ensure completion of cleaning projects on a biannual basis.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required. College course work in related field helpful.
• At least two to three years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.